The Right Time to Have a Child

At eight or nine in the morning, the morning in London's affluent areas is quiet and peaceful.

When Zhang Yang opened his eyes, he saw Ms. Luo's smooth, beautiful back as she gently put on her silk pajamas.

"You're awake." Luo Xinyu turned around and smiled sweetly.

"Hmm." Zhang Yang rested his head on his arms, admiring the figure in front of him, his eyes seemingly deep in thought.

"What are you thinking about?" Luo Xinyu nestled against Zhang Yang's chest and whispered sweetly, "You almost killed me last night... I feel like you weren't satisfied?"

"I had a good time?" Zhang Yang chuckled.

If she were to truly satisfy him, it would be no small undertaking, and it would be impossible for her to do it alone.

"I have to go now. If you have the answer to the question I asked you yesterday, please let me know anytime."

"Will it be too late?" Luo Xinyu asked with a smile.

"Permanently effective." Zhang Yang touched Luo Xinyu's silky skin beneath her pajamas.

"Then... I have an answer now." Luo Xinyu said softly, her eyes gentle, "I'll listen to you, I'll go back... and I'll do whatever you say."

"I will make the best arrangements for you," Zhang Yang said with a smile.

Later that evening, downstairs at the upscale apartment building, the car that was there to pick up Zhang Yang was parked quietly, with his two assistants waiting expectantly.

"You're really lucky with the ladies." Luo Xinyu glanced at the two young girls from afar.

Those two girls were both very energetic, and they looked... several years younger than her.

Youth is indeed invincible.

"My assistant is here, so I won't introduce you two." Zhang Yang turned around and hugged Luo Xinyu. "Then... see you in Magic City?"

"See Magic City." Luo Xinyu gently kissed Zhang Yang's cheek.

A moment later, Zhang Yang arrived at the car.

"Chairman Zhang..."

"I woke up to find you gone, and I felt like the sky was falling."

Two assistants clung to Zhang Yang's arms, one on each side, their eyes showing a hint of nervousness.

They looked back at the beautiful and elegant woman standing outside the apartment and couldn't help but feel a little uneasy.

Where did this older sister come from?

It's like one wave after another... It seems like Mr. Zhang has girls all over the world.

"Don't make a fuss, let's go." Zhang Yang opened the door and got into the car.

The two assistants exchanged bewildered glances, but then they saw their older sister in the distance wink at them meaningfully. Their faces flushed red, and they hurriedly got into the car.

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During his brief stay in London, Zhang Yang, accompanied by two assistants, explored the London's streets and alleys.

Tower Bridge, spanning the Thames River and connecting the north and south banks of London...

Buckingham Palace, a symbol of the British Royal Family...

St. Paul's Cathedral, a masterpiece of Baroque architecture...

There's also the Thames River at sunset, and the London Eye overlooking the city of London at night... After finishing each day's itinerary, we slept soundly in the hotel, bathed in the gentle moonlight.

Working tirelessly from morning till night, both assistants felt very fulfilled and satisfied.

They wished time could stand still so they could stay by Chairman Zhang's side forever, but they knew this was just an unrealistic wish.

The happiness before our eyes is just a fleeting illusion.

Therefore, they cherish every moment even more.

Several days later, the trip to London came to an end.

Zhang Yang traveled light, taking only two assistants and Reykjavik with him, flying directly to Chris, the capital of Iceland.

If you can't go to the moon, go to Iceland.

This island nation in Northern Europe, very close to the Arctic, is known as the land of ice and fire.

The entire country is built on volcanoes and rocks, yet eleven percent of the island is covered by glaciers. This island boasts millennia-old glaciers, volcanic lava fields, snow-capped mountains, waterfalls, black sand beaches, and the aurora borealis...

And there is loneliness, an endless loneliness.

The island covers an area of 100,000 square kilometers, but has a population of less than 400,000.

It was practically deserted.

At around 11:00 AM local time, the private jet landed at Keflavik International Airport in Iceland. Located more than 50 kilometers from the capital Reykjavik, this airport is Iceland's only international gateway and the hub airport for Icelandair.

"It's so cold." Stepping off the private jet, Bai Xiaomi shivered all over.

It was late at night, but it didn't look like midnight outside; it looked more like a gloomy evening.

With each breath, the icy air from the Arctic rushed towards me.

The airplane was warm and cozy, and the four of us could even play inappropriate games on the bed in our bedroom, dressed in very little clothing. But now, in the blink of an eye, we're about to be greeted with the baptism of landing on the island.

Without lingering, the group drove straight along Highway 42 towards Reykjavik city.

As for drowsiness... since they had all rested on the plane, the assistants were now full of energy, still lingering with the excitement of a climax.

The scenery outside the car window, stretching for dozens of kilometers, made one feel as if they were transported to another planet.

On both sides of the road, there are volcanic rocks erupting everywhere, covered with lush moss, and geothermal areas on both sides are full of steaming geysers... and then, there is the endless world's end.

In the early hours of the morning, the car entered Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland.

Although it's called the capital, any city in China could be much larger.

The city was just a brief stop; the group quickly found a hotel and settled in, already looking forward to their daydream journey to the ends of the earth.

One night in Iceland, the two assistants fell into a deep sleep.

Zhang Yang and Chris walked out of the hotel together and stood at the highest point of the hotel, looking down at the northernmost capital city in the world.

Heaven and earth were one color, and all things were vast and boundless.

"Master, where do you think we can go in the future?" Chris asked softly, looking at Zhang Yang's god-like handsome face.

She had gone through thick and thin with Zhang Yang, witnessed Zhang Yang immense power firsthand, and was a part of Zhang Yang rise in Africa.

What she and Zhang Yang experienced together was something those two junior assistants could never imagine.

"The future?" Zhang Yang's first thought was of his grand ambitions and the vast universe, but then he realized that Chris was asking about the future as she perceived it, the future that was out in the open.

After all, only Zhang Yang himself knew about the system's existence. Everything related to the system was a secret that belonged only to him for the rest of his life.

Everyone knows that he is second only to the president in the Gangge Republic, holding a high position and great power. But who knows that the entire Gangge Republic, from the president down to the provincial government forces, has long been under his control?

"The future naturally involves expanding my business in Africa until it becomes unshakeable," Zhang Yang said with a smile. "As for you, Chris, I hope Honey Badger Security will be under your leadership... and become the number one security company in Africa in the future."

His demands were actually not high at all.

After all, the starting point for Honey Badger Security is now so high that it's almost breathtaking.

Within the Gangge Republic, its growth is virtually unrestricted; it can grow wildly and unchecked, receiving money and equipment as it pleases, along with countless opportunities for real combat training.

Honey Badger Security alone could develop into a behemoth within the Gangge Republic.

It will only be a matter of time before they leave Gango and expand throughout Africa.

With a country as its backing, Honey Badger Security has no reason not to become the number one security company in Africa, and may even have the opportunity to become the number one security company in the world.

"Number one in Africa?" Chris's eyes lit up. "Master, I swear..."

"Hey... I didn't make you swear." Zhang Yang smiled, putting his arm around Chris's perfectly toned waist. "Just do your best, no need to force it."

Chris pursed her lips, tilted her head back, and looked up at the starry night sky.

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The next morning, everyone woke up, found a campervan, and set off on a road trip, beginning their journey in Iceland.

Starting from the Ring Road, the journey takes you through towering mountains and crosses rivers, lakes, and seas.

An unnamed volcanic lake... a canyon waterfall formed by glacial impact... a geyser that occurs every ten minutes... a volcanic eruption that I happened to pass by.

"It's absolutely... so beautiful."

At the edge of the world, amidst the vast expanse of heaven and earth, Bai Jingyi and Luo Zhiqing looked up and cheered, watching the endless ancient glacier crack into the ocean.

They were unable to describe the impact of that moment in words.

It's like being constantly bombarded by Zhang Yang.

"So this is what it feels like to be at the end of the world. I really want to stay here with the one I love forever, and grow old together." Bai Jingyi nestled in Zhang Yang's arms, her heart inexplicably filled with a sense of the vastness of the world, and she had a thousand vows of eternal love that she wanted to say.

Luo Zhiqing, though unable to utter the ancient vow of eternal love, was inexplicably moved and tilted her head back for a kiss.

Chris blinked, remaining silent and leaving the space to them.

The four of them found themselves in a desolate wilderness, where no one else was to be seen. They gazed at the endless icebergs and rift valleys, the blue sky and white clouds, and appreciated the beauty of this polar region. For a moment, they were all silent and breathless.

A moment later, they continued their journey.

Because it was a motorhome and supplies were plentiful, Zhang Yang allocated ample time for this trip.

The group traveled a long way, stopping and starting along the way. They passed by crystal-clear glacial lakes, saw majestic snow-capped mountains, gazed at the floating glacial blocks, and even saw the eternally lonely red house inside the optometry machine, experiencing a dreamlike transition into reality.

As the sun set, the group sat outside their RV, admiring the magnificent Golden Seljalandsfoss and watching white horses galloping freely across the endless glacier.

A subtle mix of emotions flowed between them.

On the way to Vik, we passed Skogafoss. We had heard that Skogafoss creates a magical double rainbow in the sunlight, and everyone wanted to try their luck and see if they could witness it.

However, although Skogafoss is magnificent, the surrounding mountains and vegetation, and the distant coastline are quite captivating.

However, we ultimately did not get to see the famous double rainbow spectacle.

"What a pity."

As night fell, the two assistants in the RV looked rather sullen.

They had made thorough preparations to witness this rare spectacle, but perfection is always elusive, and the waxing and waning of the moon are the norm.

"Wait, look!"

Suddenly, someone exclaimed in surprise.

The RV stopped.

Stepping out of the RV, beneath the sky, a dazzling aurora borealis filled the air.

No one expected to see the aurora. The original plan was to go to the Straw Hat Mountain, the symbol of Iceland, to wait for the aurora to appear, because it is a famous spot for photographing the aurora in Iceland.

But who would have thought that missing the double rainbow spectacle at Skogafoss would lead to an unexpected encounter with the aurora borealis?

The two assistants held their breath and looked up at the magnificent aurora borealis filling the sky.

It felt as if I had gained all the stars in the sky.

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The multi-day, multi-night island tour came to a close amidst endless romance.

They experienced vast glaciers and volcanic lava fields, witnessed the spectacular aurora borealis along the way, and saw basalt towering amidst the white waves of the Atlantic Ocean on the black sand beach where the sky meets the sea.

The ends of the earth, the edge of the world.

For several days and nights, it started as a trio, and later became a group of four.

The assistants were practically bursting with happiness.

On the flight back from London, the two assistants, both wearing short skirts that barely covered their bottoms, lay on the bed, each sharing snippets of their Iceland recorded on their phones.

In their words, this trip was something they could brag about for a lifetime.

It's not about the scenery, but about the people you're with.

"Chairman Zhang, I'm so incredibly happy!" Bai Jingyi leaned closer. "Are you expecting a baby? You didn't wear any masks on us even once during your trip to Iceland."

Xiao Luo, who was standing nearby, blushed upon hearing this.

If it really happened... what would happen?

"How would I know if I'd have a child?" Zhang Yang said half-jokingly. "Don't worry, if you do have a child, you'll be set for life."

"I didn't think about any of that," Bai Jingyi said softly. "I just want to have a child with Chairman Zhang."

Zhang Yang just laughed it off.

His confidence stemmed from his knowledge that it was impossible to have it unless he wanted to.

As for when to have children...

He had never had a specific timeframe before, but now he's figured it out.

Since the system's task is here, I might as well set a goal for myself as well: to wait until the market value of any company under my name reaches number one in the world and I obtain the advanced gene serum.

By then, advanced gene-enhancing drugs will be enough to allow him to completely transcend the limitations of humanity and truly surpass humans at the genetic level.

Moreover, conservatively estimated, my lifespan could reach several hundred years by then.

Hundreds of years have passed; when will I finally be ready to have offspring?

I can wait, but the women around me can't.

So be it. Now that I have the advanced gene serum and have truly achieved the most important leap in my life, I should have a child.

I don't care how many I want.

As for those large families, the various inheritance disputes among their descendants due to having multiple wives and concubines and having a large number of children.

Hmm...

Just kidding.

Gene therapy has many advantages, but its only drawback is that it cannot be inherited. Even though its genes transcend human limitations, it cannot pass on those traits through reproduction.

For example, strength, and for example... lifespan.

From a genetic perspective, one's own children will ultimately just be ordinary human beings.

Therefore, whether they compete or not is irrelevant. From beginning to end, whether they are in the spotlight or behind the scenes, they have always controlled everything in the family.

As long as he is alive, his descendants and the family will live in peace for generations to come.

He will naturally cultivate those who are gifted and capable of great things to take over the family business, stand in the spotlight for him, and continue the family's glory.

Even those who lack the ability can live a free and unrestrained life as superior beings.